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The Balanced Self BodyMind Healing 

           Jess Alvarez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience specializing in weight and body image issues. Her practice focuses on Internal Family Systems therapy, helping clients heal their relationships with food, body image, and self-worth. Jess conducts thorough psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery candidates and offers ongoing counseling to support emotional and behavioral changes post-surgery. She also treats various eating disorders, guiding clients to a healthier relationship with food and their bodies in a welcoming, judgment-free virtual space across Massachusetts.

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Our Services

Personalized Care

Internal family systems therapy with connection and harmony, holding hands with different

Receive individual therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs and challenges, with a focus on addressing emotional eating, body image issues, and adapting to significant health changes.

Community Support

"Professional bariatric surgery evaluation session with a therapist, providing pre-surgery counseling and support. Focus on e

Join our group therapy sessions to connect with others facing similar struggles, sharing experiences, and finding mutual support in a safe and inclusive environment.

Virtual Sessions

"Therapist working with a client in a comfortable, supportive space for body image and eating disorder

Access online counseling sessions with Jess Alvarez, LICSW, to receive therapy and support from the comfort of your home, maintaining your privacy and convenience.

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